Mercedes-Maybach Classe S S 680 / S 580

ultra-luxury flagship saloon (reference: S 680 V12)

612 ch · 4.5 s (0-100) · 250 km/h · 2021

Identification

Body style / seats

4-door long-wheelbase saloon (≈ 18 cm more than an S-Class), 4–5 seats (rear 'Executive' configuration)

Design / style centre

Mercedes-Benz Design (Maybach finish: vertical grille, optional two-tone paintwork)

Assembly

Sindelfingen (Germany)

Production

series production · unveiled November 2020 · range S 580 (V8) and S 680 (V12)

⚠️ Identification notice. The current Maybach S-Class is a sub-brand (ultra-luxury long-wheelbase version of the S-Class W223) — this is NOT the former Maybach 57/62 (independent marque, 2002–2012). Two engine variants: S 580 (V8) and S 680 (V12, flagship). This data sheet takes the S 680 V12 as its reference, with the S 580 V8 detailed in section 10. See section 10.

Powertrain *(S 680 V12)*

Engine

M279, V12 6,0 L biturbo — (S 580: M176 V8 4,0 biturbo + 48 V mild-hybrid)

Bore × stroke

n/a (n.c.)

Power output

612 hp (450 kW / 603 bhp) (S 580: 503 hp / 370 kW)

Torque

900 Nm (S 580: 700 Nm)

Rev limit

low (torque-focused engine)

Compression ratio

n/a (n.c.)

Fuel system

direct injection, biturbo

Valve train

DOHC

Forced induction

biturbo (S 580: + 48 V network / ISG)

Lubrication

wet sump (à confirmer)

Layout

front longitudinal

Engine distinctions

one of the last Mercedes V12 engines (S 680)

Transmission

Gearbox

9G-Tronic automatic, 9 speeds

Architecture

front engine, four-wheel drive

Differential

conventional + electronic management

Driven wheels

4Matic four-wheel drive (rear-biased ≈ 33/67)

Associated systems

4-wheel steering as standard

Performance *(S 680)*

0–100 km/h

4,5 s (S 580: ~4,8 s)

0–200 km/h

n/a (n.c.)

Top speed

250 km/h (electronically limited)

Reference circuit

not applicable

Chassis & suspension

Chassis / materials

steel/aluminium structure

Rigidity

n/a (n.c.)

Front/rear suspension

AIRMATIC (air suspension) + E-Active Body Control (48 V, active anti-roll/anti-pitch suspension)

Steering

power-assisted + 4-wheel steering

Braking

high-performance ventilated discs

Front/rear tyres

19–21″ tyre fitments

Front/rear wheels

dedicated Maybach wheels

Aerodynamics

Cd

low for the vehicle's size (precise figure n/a)

Downforce

not applicable → n/a

Devices

limousine silhouette, acoustic refinement

Methodology

n/a (n.c.)

Dimensions, weight & capacities

L × W × H

5 469 × 1 921 × 1 510 mm

Wheelbase

3 396 mm · Front/rear tracks: n/a

Ground clearance

adjustable (air) · Overhangs: n/a

Kerb weight

≈ 2 380 kg (S 580) to ≈ 2 550 kg (S 680) · Dry weight not applicable

Weight distribution

n/a (n.c.)

Centre of gravity

n/a (n.c.)

Fuel tank

≈ 84 L · Boot: generous

Electronics & vehicle dynamics

Dynamic controls

ESP, ABS, 4Matic, E-Active Body Control, 4-wheel steering

Drive modes

Dynamic Select (Comfort/Sport/…), rear comfort programmes

ECU / software architecture

MBUX (dual rear screens, 'First-Class' seats)

Fuel consumption & emissions

Consumption

high (S 680 V12; S 580 more economical owing to 48 V system) (à confirmer)

CO₂

high (à confirmer)

Standard

Euro 6d

Lineage & positioning

Replaces

Mercedes-Maybach S-Class X222 (2015–2020, previous generation of the sub-brand)

Replaced by

in production

Key rivals

Rolls-Royce Ghost, Bentley Flying Spur, BMW 7 Series / i7, Audi A8 L Horch

Not to be confused with: Maybach 57 / 62 (2002–2012) — independent marque, now defunct (not to be confused with the current sub-brand) S 580 (V8 4,0 + 48 V, 503 hp) vs S 680 (V12 6,0, 612 hp) W223 'standard' S-Class (S 500, S 580, S 63 AMG…) — the Maybach is the ultra-luxury long-wheelbase derivative Mercedes-Maybach GLS (SUV) and SL (roadster, 2025) — further models in the sub-brand

Collectability & valuation

Rarity

series-production model, though the S 680 V12 (one of the last Mercedes V12 engines) is rarer and more sought-after; Manufaktur/two-tone finishes command a premium

Desirability

pinnacle of Mercedes comfort, V12 engine nearing the end of its era, cutting-edge technology (E-Active Body Control, First-Class seats); original specification and low mileage are key determinants

Points to watch

high maintenance/parts costs (V12, active suspension, electronics); typical depreciation curve for a luxury saloon; full service history essential

Valuation

on request (price bracket + comparables + sources + date; S 680 V12 premium)

Mercedes-Maybach Classe S S 680 / S 580

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